What reading level is World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records?

World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records by Thomas K. Adamson is at a Level 2-3 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What genre is World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records?

World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records is nonfiction — Juvenile Nonfiction. Part of the Pebble Plus; Wow! series.

Does World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records have any content warnings?

World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records has a HootRating of 7C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records?

World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records by Thomas K. Adamson is 24 pages (approximately 242 words).

Reviewed by HootRated editorial · Last updated May 18, 2026

World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records

Thomas K. Adamson

World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records

Q: What age is World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records appropriate for?

World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7C (Clear).

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Thomas K. Adamson

Pebble Plus; Wow!

Reading Level 2-3 7C Ages 5-8 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover amazing number-based world records through bright pictures and easy words that make learning fun. From the tallest house of cards to other incredible feats, these facts will surprise and delight young readers. Perfect for kids who love to explore curious and wonderful achievements!

Themes

World RecordsCuriosities and WondersJuvenile Literature

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 2-3 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.

Why we rated World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records 7C

World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records is written at a Level 2-3 reading level across 24 pages (approximately 242 words). Strong independent readers around grade 3.4 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records works for readers up to grade 4.4.

Read aloud, World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records takes about 2 minutes, which fits within a single read-aloud session.

We rate World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records as 7C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.

No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.

Thematically, World's Tallest House of Cards and Other Number Records explores world records, curiosities and wonders, and juvenile literature — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
✓ Reluctant readers who need fast-paced, hook-heavy stories to stay engaged.
✓ Kids drawn to stories about world records, curiosities and wonders, juvenile literature.
✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.